"Moped" means every motorcycle or motor-driven cycle unless
otherwise specified in this chapter, which is equipped with two or
three wheels, foot pedals to permit muscular propulsion and an
independent power source providing a maximum of two brake
horsepower. If a combustion engine is used, the maximum piston or
rotor displacement shall be fifty cubic centimeters regardless of
the number of chambers in such power source. The power source
shall be capable of propelling the vehicle, unassisted, at a speed
not to exceed thirty miles per hour on a level road surface and
shall be equipped with a power drive system that functions directly
or automatically only, not requiring clutching or shifting by the
operator after the drive system is engaged.

Note: WV Code updated with legislation passed through the 2016 Regular Session
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